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Author
Publisher
Britannica Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Every mysterious fact is connected in surprising and sneaky ways. Follow a trail that slinks from facts about spy gadgets to facts about hidden toilets to facts about secret languages to facts about thieving cats. And there isn't just one trail through these facts. Sometimes your path branches, and you can choose to uncover a completely different (but still connected) part of Secret FACTopia! Where will your curiosity take you?"-- Page 4 of cover....
Author
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Formats
Description
The author of The Big Book of Superheroes presents a hilarious look at science, nature, and the human body in a book full of good laughs and bad smells.
From boogers, B.O., and belches to sneezes, diseases, and demon cheeses, The Big Book of Gross Stuff is chock-full of practical knowledge about things you shouldn’t discuss at the dinner table. Kids can take a Gross Quiz to find out how their sensibilities
Author
Publisher
National Geographic Society
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Witches and demons, ghosts and vampires, aliens and voodoo spirit...from spooky to chilling to downright weird, signs of the supernatural have terrified -- and fascinated -- people for centuries. Dare to discover some of the world's most puzzling enigmas in this remarkable book, which reveals a dazzling array of haunted castles, forbidden hideaways and otherwise eerie landmarks."--Description from Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"From skunks who do handstands to a bridge made with eggs, the world is full of wowzerful stuff! Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz, hosts of the #1 children's podcast Wow in the World, are here with 250 of the most bonkerballs facts on Earth, covering topics such as animals, architecture, inventions, food, space, dinosaurs, and more! Filled with eye-popping photos and hilarious illustrations, this is a page-turning, jaw-dropping survey of some of the most...
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Unwrap 300 wacky facts and pictures showcasing the hilarious history, crazy coincidences, awesome astrological beliefs, and surprising statistics behind birthdays. You'll be blown away by the world's craziest cakes, most elaborate decorations, and most grandiose gifts to ever commemorate a year in the life.
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
A heavily-illustrated "encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds, with a fresh approach to the subject that features both places from around the globe as well as focusing on what the world is like from a child's perspective, covering everyday subjects about their own experiences. Full of fun facts, colorful illustrations, and games that will keep the kids entertained time again, this children's encyclopedia is filled with age-appropriate knowledge on...
Author
Series
Totally random questions volume 4
Publisher
Bright Matter Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Got a random question? This book has the answer! Packed with fascinating facts and colorful photos, this book presents snack-size answers to 101 totally random questions about our wonderfully wild world! Test your knowledge and stump your friends with the incredible info you'll find inside about animals, science, sports, food, and more."--Page 4 of cover.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"From the bestselling authors of Atlas Obscura and Gastro Obscura, comes Wild Life, an over-the-top, dazzling collection of the world's most fascinating, most unusual, and least-understood natural wonders. It's more than a field guide--it's an adventure. From the curious minds of Atlas Obscura, authors of #1 New York Times bestselling Atlas Obscura and Gastro Obscura, comes an unputdownable tour through the world's most extraordinary natural wonders...
Author
Publisher
GCP
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"What's it like to be the first to enter an Egyptian burial chamber that's been sealed for thousands of years? What horrifying secret was found among the prehistoric ruins of the American Southwest? Who really was the infamous the Monster of Florence? Douglas Preston's journalistic explorations have taken him from the haunted country of Italy to the jungles of Honduras. He was granted exclusive journalistic access to the largest tomb in Egypt's Valley...
Author
Publisher
Tor
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
"West Virginia, 1966. For thirteen months the town of Point Pleasant is gripped by a real-life nightmare culminating in a tragedy that makes headlines around the world. Strange occurrences and sightings, including a bizarre winged apparition that becomes known as the Mothman, trouble this ordinary American community. Mysterious lights are seen moving across the sky. Domestic animals are found slaughtered and mutilated. And journalist John Keel, arriving...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"What's the furthest distance ever run without stopping? Which language has the most words? How many times do we blink each day, year, or in an entire lifetime? How deep is the deepest hole that's ever been dug? How hot are the world's hottest chilies? Do you know the answers? If not, then this fact book is for you. This fun and educational book for children aged 5-9 is packed with quirky questions and answers about every topic you can possibly think...
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